JOHN JOSEPH KIRCHGESSNER II

Candidate Information

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (239) 307-8333

Salary Expectation: TBD

Skills: CNC operations, panel saw operation, edgebander operation, die casting, stamping, welding (MIG & TIG), assembly line supervision, production planning, maintenance management, quality control, safety compliance, lean manufacturing, 5S implementation, Kaizen events, process optimization, KPI development, team leadership, union collaboration, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, P&L management, high-mix low-volume production, visual inventory systems, training and mentoring, root cause analysis, preventative maintenance, employee engagement, shift management, manufacturing culture transformation, production ramp-up.

Current Location: Fayetteville, NC 28312

Willing to Relocate?: NA

Relevant Experience: John Kirchgessner II is a seasoned manufacturing leader with extensive hands-on experience managing production lines, CNC and woodworking equipment, and high-performance teams. He has consistently improved operational efficiency, safety, and product quality in fast-paced manufacturing environments. John excels in leading plant expansions, implementing lean practices, and driving cultural change to align operations with strategic goals.

Work Authorization: US

Highlights: John Kirchgessner II brings a wealth of experience from companies like Goodyear, General Motors, and EnproTech, where he led manufacturing operations at scale. At Goodyear, he was responsible for daily production and quality control across departments producing 22,500 tires, achieving a 31% increase in equipment efficiency. While at EnproTech, he managed a full plant operation, boosting profit margins and implementing lean systems. At Federal-Mogul, he led 24/7 operations in a unionized facility, overseeing end-to-end spark plug production. His time at Frontline Communications also involved direct management of CNC operations, carpentry, finishing, and assembly—very similar to the equipment and processes used in furniture manufacturing. John has repeatedly demonstrated his ability to step in hands-on, lead by example, and improve production performance in high-mix, small-team environments like the one in Lumberton, NC.

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